Saturday, June 6, 2009

Perseverance....

Most of you who read my blog know me personally. It is a blessing to have a wonderful support group of people who truly understand me. Your feedback and encouragement make it possible to remember that I am a good person, I am making a difference, I am doing what is right! My outward appearance doesn't matter and you love and care for me unconditionally.

All of the feedback I have gotten hasn't been so positive. It is hurtful to hear words of anger from someone you care about. The choices and actions I make aren't always understood and sadly they never will be. Trying to decide what move to make with loved ones is difficult. There will always be the "what if's" and I am trying to not let those thoughts control every emotion and action. I always knew that there would be a point that things would change in a way I couldn't control. Unfortunately, that moment came sooner than I was prepared for. Now I must make a choice to decide how much heartache I am willing to endure. Being judged for every move I make has slowly changed the way I view my relationships. Only time will tell how this wound will heal.

But, I am going to continue to be the person I have become. I am happy! I am moving in the right direction with my family, Jesus Christ, and myself.

Rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. Romans 5:3-4

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

I'm so sorry you've been hurt friend. Hang in there and rely fully on Jesus...his opinion is the only one that really matters and only he knows your heart. Live to please him and leave everyone else in the dust! :)

Liv Ham said...

Im sorry you are feeling heart-ache Jennifer. Lea is SO right! Rely on the Lord and trust that He has the strength to carry you through your trials. You are a strong, lovely woman with a great heart. Just keep being you. HUGS!

Fuccillo Family said...

We love you JUST THE WAY YOU ARE! Otherwise you wouldn't be Jennifer... you'd be just another lame-o out there :)!!!!